Many people want to keep learning new things throughout their lives. So, they’re using online courses and training providers to help them learn new skills. Our recent research supports this. In Telstra’s Ideas for unlocking goliath productivity report [PDF, 473KB] report, it found training is just as important as flexible work. It’s especially valued among younger people.
55% of employees said employers should provide training to develop new skills.
80% said they want to learn more digital skills to further their career.
Supporting this, 40% of SMBs are offering training to develop new skills.